Is this a cooker too? I bought one for my dad and he cant get the temp over 150. Why is this? He tried everything and couldnt get it to heat over 150
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I had the same problem. I solved it by replacing the charcoal "bowl" with something that was much better ventilated. This allowed the charcoal to burn much better and not get smothered due to lack of oxygen. Since then, I've found other people solved this same problem by drilling holes in the charcoal "bowl".
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I purchased the cooker as a gift for my daughter & soninlaw. I do know they absolutely love it and use it almost every weekend. However they live out of town and I will ask them this weekend if they have or had a similar problem and perhaps they can offer suggestions. Will follow up when I speak with them.
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im not a chef but i dont think so, they do have a heat setting you can adjust, ive set mine at 180 and it still boils water, but that is because the size of the container you are cooking in, a great big pot it may work just fine, but u should watch this thing and not leave it unattended, try a slow cooker for that.
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Ha! Yeah, that disk is a piece of crap. The whole reason people use induction cookers is because they are almost 100% efficient with ferritic steel pots, but if you have to use the disk you are loosing a ton of efficiency. My suggestion would be to buy a pressure cooker that is induction compatible, one where you can stick a magnet on it.
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I do not think it is worth to convert this cooker for any up-grade. It was not well made, it is a handy cooker for out door, it is hard to control the flame, any pot or pan you put on top will get black bottom with soot. The burner just look like the other one in the market which make in China, just matter of time, fuel holes from the burner will get block up, I own a similar one before I bought the King Kooker CS14. The new one is more steady and slightly better than the round one you normally see them sell at Menard or Home Depot. Not a good idea.
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If you putting the water amount according to the manual than you doing everything OK. In this case something is wrong with the cooker. I am so far very happy with this unit. Thanks. Lou.
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I have trouble getting the meat temperature to above 170 F. I don't think it is a power issue but a controller issue. Whatever the cause, the smoker is best suited to long time cool smoke. I plan to rebuild the temperature control when I have spare time.
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The automatic setting does not cook long enough unless you are using a small potato. I did my last medium one at 400 degrees for one hour and it was okay. I will try 450 degrees next time. Good luck!
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Yea we had the same problem. I think there's a problem with the seal, so it won't steam. We just returned it and gave up on it. If you've got a pressure cooker or even just a steamer + a blender you can make your own without baby food without this overpriced piece of defective garbage.
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I do not know the temps of the various settings. I didn't find it in the owners manual either. I do know it's the BEST slow cooker I have ever owned. I've used all settings and they all do the job. I hope this is of some help. I'm certain you won't be disappointed in the purchase. I've had mine for over a year and use it a lot. LOVE IT!!
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It sounds as if the top valve isn't functioning properly, but I don't think it would cook at all if this was the case. You'd get an error message. Make sure the seal is seated properly and the valve is venting. I sometimes have to manually lift it. Also, try and not overfill the cooker. If there was a great deal of pressure and steam left in the cooker, it would be difficult to open. Try giving it more time to naturally release or turn the valve to exhaust to quick release. I contacted West Bend with a question and found them very helpful. That may be a question only they can answer. I certainly enjoy my cooker and hope you solve your problem. It's a real time saver. It sounds as if the top valve isn't functioning properly, but I don't think it would cook at all if this was the case. You'd get an error message. Make sure the seal is seated properly and the valve is venting. I sometimes have to manually lift it. Also, try and not overfill the cooker. If there was a great deal of pressure and steam left in the cooker, it would be difficult to open. Try giving it more time to naturally release or turn the valve to exhaust to quick release. I contacted West Bend with a question and found them very helpful. That may be a question only they can answer. I... » Read More It sounds as if the top valve isn't functioning properly, but I don't think it would cook at all if this was the case. You'd get an error message. Make sure the seal is seated properly and the valve is venting. I sometimes have to manually lift it. Also, try and not overfill the cooker. If there was a great deal of pressure and steam left in the cooker, it would be difficult to open. Try giving it more time to naturally release or turn the valve to exhaust to quick release. I contacted West Bend with a question and found them very helpful. That may be a question only they can answer. I certainly enjoy my cooker and hope you solve your problem. It's a real time saver. « Show Less
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Sorry about your cooker. I purchased mine for Xmas of 2012 and its still working. The only suggestion I have is make sure the plug is secure in the back of the cooker. Try a different outlet as well just in case you have a GFI circuit and its tripped. I hope it comes back to life for you. Since it'd only 3 months old maybe Amazon will replace it for you or Nesco should honor their warranty. Good luck. John
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I have done a lot of research on crock pots and watched many youtube video on how to make this and that. Every manufacturers temperature setting is a little different, but what you need is a food thermometer. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykRnHXwoOic So many of the times on youtube are correct for cooking. It is trail and error.
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I bought the cooker as a gift, so have never used it myself. I am sorry I can't help you.
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Glad I saw your question. I just cooked a great dinner in it as a slow cooker and it worked fine. The first time I've used it that way. Usually I use it as a roaster on a much higher temperature and it's great for soups, stews, and the like. I LOVE mine - and recently replaced one I had had for 20 years because it is a staple at my house. It's my favorite gift for new brides and of course, all my family members have one.
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To be honest, I have never been aware of the outside temperature. If yours is cool and it seems to be fucntioning properly, I would not be concerned. Perhaps it's well enough insulated that you don't feel the heat on the outside. However, if you don't feel it is cooking in the time suggested, you might consider returning it. Sorry I couldn't be more specific.
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Check this website: hippressurecooking.comI attended a in-store demo done by Laura - she is very knowledgeable and her website is full of good information. This cooker is fairly short given it's volume, so the valve is relatively closer to the food, which can be a problem.
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Has yours broken? I was just thinking about ordering one. It appears that they have heating element issues with the old one. Maybe I will wait to see if someone orders it for Christmas and posts responses. Let me know what you think of yours.